Enrichment Instructor - Culinary

Arc After School & Experiential Education; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc After School & Experiential Education in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a Culinary Arts Instructor to operate hands-on culinary classes, teaching techniques, nutrition, sanitation, and kitchen management.

The role emphasizes safe, professional kitchen practices and student learning through practical experiences and assessments. A degree in culinary arts and experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional culinary certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver culinary arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate food preparation, cooking, baking, and presentation techniques.
• Teach food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Supervise students during laboratory and kitchen activities.
• Assess student performance through practical and written evaluations.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, inventory, and supplies.
• Foster teamwork, creativity, and professionalism.

Skills

Food prep

Culinary techniques

Kitchen management

Food safety

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Job Title

Culinary Arts Instructor-San Fernando Valley

Department

Enrichment

Reports To

Program Coordinator/Principal

Job Summary

The Culinary Arts Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering instruction in culinary techniques, food preparation, nutrition, sanitation, and kitchen management. The instructor provides students with hands‑on learning experiences while maintaining a safe and professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver culinary arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate food preparation, cooking, baking, and presentation techniques.
• Teach food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Supervise students during laboratory and kitchen activities.
• Assess student performance through practical and written evaluations.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, inventory, and supplies.
• Foster teamwork, creativity, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional culinary certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Food preparation and culinary techniques
• Kitchen management
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Leadership and mentoring
• Communication and organizational skills
• Creativity and innovation